About Us
James Johnson
Senior Pastor/Youth Ministry
James Johnson was born to Seventh-day Adventist boarding academy teachers in Houston, Texas, and has also lived in North Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, and Michigan.
He describes himself as a beloved child of God, a follower of Jesus Christ, a husband to an amazing and beautiful wife, father of two beloved children, and a pastor.
James has been given the spiritual gifts of teaching and apostolic ministry, and is passionate for his children and for youth and young adults.
James seeks partnerships with families to raise disciples of Jesus who reach people with the gospel of Jesus Christ. He has served as a Student and Assistant Chaplain on the university level, as an Associate Pastor with an emphasis in Youth Ministry, and as a Senior Pastor in the Tampa, Florida area.
Church History
The Apopka Seventh-day Adventist Church was organized on January 7, 1956 with 57 members. The congregation moved several times before building a facility on South Highland Avenue in the early 1960’s. The church quickly grew and needed a new expanded facility. Land was purchased on Votaw Road in Apopka. The first phase, which includes a social hall, offices and classroom facilities, was completed in 2003. Worship is currently being held in the social hall. The construction is now well underway for Build 7, which will complete a sanctuary, a gymnasium and additional classrooms to advance the church’s vision of serving the community seven days a week.
Our Mission
To extend the ministry of Christ to our community with hope and wholeness.
Our Vision
Build 7 – Sharing Jesus with our Community 7 Days a week
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